It's Brave to Cry by Rebecca Robinson

Clay has a tough day at school and learns from his dad that crying is brave. He talks to various brave professionals, including a firefighter, scuba diver, pilot, and window washer, who all share that crying is a part of their bravery. His teacher, Mr. Darrell, reinforces this lesson, teaching Clay that expressing emotions is courageous. Clay concludes that crying is a brave act and plans to share this insight with his peers.

What was the main reason Clay felt upset when he came home from school?

• He missed his old friends and school.

• He was late for class.

• He lost his favorite toy.

• He failed a test.

What does Clay's dad suggest about crying?

• It's a sign of weakness.

• It's something only babies do.

• It's a brave thing to do.

• It's unnecessary.

Why does the firefighter say crying is important?

• It is a sign of fear.

• It makes people laugh.

• It helps put out emotional fires.

• It is a way to show anger.

What does the scuba diver say about crying?

• It is unnecessary.

• It helps manage overwhelming feelings.

• It is a sign of weakness.

• It is only for children.

How does the pilot describe her tears?

• As a distraction.

• As a way to show happiness.

• As a sign of failure.

• As stormy or light sprinkles.

What lesson does the window washer share about tears?

• They help him grow stronger and wiser.

• They are only for sad moments.

• They should be avoided at work.

• They are a waste of time.

What does Mr. Darrell say about the different types of tears?

• They can represent various emotions.

• They are all the same.

• They only show sadness.

• They are not important.

According to Mr. Darrell, what is brave about crying?

• It allows you to be vulnerable and ask for help.

• It helps you hide your feelings.

• It shows you are weak.

• It is a way to avoid problems.

What realization does Clay have about bravery and crying?

• Only children should cry.

• Expressing emotions is a brave act.

• Crying is a sign of weakness.

• Brave people never cry.

What does Clay decide to tell his classmates about crying?

• It's okay to cry and it doesn't make you less brave.

• Crying is unnecessary.

• Brave people never cry.

• Only babies cry.